March 15, 2020 Telephone Message To Patients
Good Afternoon,
I am calling on behalf of myself, Dr. Phelps, Dr. Benns, Dr. Halpern, and Nurse Practitioner, Jessica Campbell.
We hope you are well and observing all precautions for the Coronavirus. We want you to know we are here to take care of your medical needs. We are aware that many of you have multiple medical problems and chronic conditions that need ongoing attention.
The Centers for Disease Control and Maryland Department of Health recommend you do not come to your doctor's office if you are concerned you have the Coronavirus. MOST cases can be managed at home. If you have a fever, cough, and feel short of breath, please call our office. It is recommended that you do not go to the emergency room unless you are very sick.
As your physicians, we will continue to provide you with the best medical care. To decrease the possibility of your exposure to COVID-19 during the next few months as the number of people infected rises, we would like to limit in-office appointments to essential visits. We will schedule telephone appointments to review your laboratory results and manage your health concerns. We will provide our patients with care through telemedicine, decreasing the possibility of exposure to the virus while ensuring your medical concerns are addressed. We will update our website, greenfieldmdandassociates.com, with more information.
Once this pandemic resolves, we look forward to seeing you for routine office visits. With your help, we will do our very best to meet your health needs and give you the best possible care during this stressful time.
Remember, we want you to call if you are not well. We can do a lot over the phone, and if necessary, we can and will see you.
Wishing all of you good health and peace of mind.
Dr. Phelps, Dr. Benns, and Jessica Campbell, C.R.N.P
I am calling on behalf of myself, Dr. Phelps, Dr. Benns, Dr. Halpern, and Nurse Practitioner, Jessica Campbell.
We hope you are well and observing all precautions for the Coronavirus. We want you to know we are here to take care of your medical needs. We are aware that many of you have multiple medical problems and chronic conditions that need ongoing attention.
The Centers for Disease Control and Maryland Department of Health recommend you do not come to your doctor's office if you are concerned you have the Coronavirus. MOST cases can be managed at home. If you have a fever, cough, and feel short of breath, please call our office. It is recommended that you do not go to the emergency room unless you are very sick.
As your physicians, we will continue to provide you with the best medical care. To decrease the possibility of your exposure to COVID-19 during the next few months as the number of people infected rises, we would like to limit in-office appointments to essential visits. We will schedule telephone appointments to review your laboratory results and manage your health concerns. We will provide our patients with care through telemedicine, decreasing the possibility of exposure to the virus while ensuring your medical concerns are addressed. We will update our website, greenfieldmdandassociates.com, with more information.
Once this pandemic resolves, we look forward to seeing you for routine office visits. With your help, we will do our very best to meet your health needs and give you the best possible care during this stressful time.
Remember, we want you to call if you are not well. We can do a lot over the phone, and if necessary, we can and will see you.
Wishing all of you good health and peace of mind.
Dr. Phelps, Dr. Benns, and Jessica Campbell, C.R.N.P
Quarantine and Social Distancing
Tips and Tools to use during social distancing and quarantine to stay in touch with
loved ones, reduce anxiety and fear, and remain healthy.
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loved ones, reduce anxiety and fear, and remain healthy.
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Telemedicine Visits
We would like to assure you we are here for you during this unprecedented time.
To keep you, your family, and your medical providers healthy and safe, we are providing
telemedicine visits until it is deemed safe to have our patients come to the office.
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To keep you, your family, and your medical providers healthy and safe, we are providing
telemedicine visits until it is deemed safe to have our patients come to the office.
Click here to explore ways to get connected
COVID-19 Coronavirus Disease
What can I do to protect myself and others from Coronavirus Disease?
Take everyday preventive steps recommended to slow the spread of respiratory illnesses like colds and flu:
• Wash your hands often with soap and warm water for at least 20 seconds
• Use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer with at least 60 percent alcohol if soap and water are not available
• Cover your coughs and sneezes with a tissue, your sleeve or your elbow
• Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth
• Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces using standard cleaning practices
• Avoid close contact with people who are sick
• If you are sick, stay home, except when seeking medical care
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Take everyday preventive steps recommended to slow the spread of respiratory illnesses like colds and flu:
• Wash your hands often with soap and warm water for at least 20 seconds
• Use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer with at least 60 percent alcohol if soap and water are not available
• Cover your coughs and sneezes with a tissue, your sleeve or your elbow
• Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth
• Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces using standard cleaning practices
• Avoid close contact with people who are sick
• If you are sick, stay home, except when seeking medical care
Click here to learn more about COVID-19 Coronavirus Disease
What to do if You Suspect You are Sick With COVID-19
If you are sick with COVID-19 or suspect you are infected with the virus that causes COVID-19, follow the steps below to help prevent the disease from spreading to people in your home and community.
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Click here to learn more about what to do if you are sick with COVID-19
Managing Your Health at Home with COVID-19
If you have possible or confirmed COVID-19, click on the link below for 10 tips on managing your health.
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Click here to learn more about what you can do to manage your health at home
The Common Cold and Flu
The common cold and flu are caused by viruses that make you feel miserable. Symptom onset with flu is more abrupt and severe while symptom onset with colds is more gradual. Adults usually get 2-4 colds per year. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends receiving a yearly flu vaccine as the most important step in protecting against influenza.
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Constipation
Constipation is one of the most common digestive problems affecting millions of people. Occasional constipation is common, but some people experience chronic constipation interfering in their daily lives and well-being. Symptoms include: passing fewer than three bowel movements a week, difficulty passing stools or feeling that not all the stool has passed, and hard stools. As people age, the colon becomes longer and slower. Eating low-fiber diets, not drinking enough fluids, and decreased activity all contribute to constipation. Learn more about how to prevent and manage constipation.
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Allergy Hygiene
According to the National Institute of Allergy 10 to 16 percent of U.S. adults are estimated to have allergies. Astemperatures and humidity levels change so do allergy symptoms. Please read the following ten tips to understand how you can limit your exposure to allergens and feel better.
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Fluid Balance
Fluid balance is a state of equilibrium where the amount of fluid consumed equals the amount lost. Fluid retention may occur when specific medical conditions, for example congestive heart failure, disrupt normal equilibrium causing serious medical problems. Medications and careful attention to fluid and salt consumption can resolve these problems and reestablish equilibrium.
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Hypertension - High Blood Pressure
Nearly half of adult Americans have high blood pressure. Most of the time symptoms are not obvious and this is why hypertension is sometimes called the “silent killer.” Left untreated high blood pressure increases your chances of heart attack, stroke, aneurysm, heart and kidney failure, and blindness. Please learn more about hypertension and the new guidelines.
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Diabetes Mellitis – New Treatment for an Old Disease
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, as of 2015, 30.3 million Americans have diabetes. It was the seventh leading cause of death.
Another 84.1 million have prediabetes, a condition when left untreated often progresses to diabetes within five years. More than a third of U.S. adults have prediabetes but don’t know it. Diabetes is a disease caused by the inability of the body’s cells to absorb sugar (glucose) circulating in your bloodstream. Diabetes is caused by a decrease in the production and release of insulin by the pancreas, or by the loss of the cell’s ability to respond to insulin. Please learn how to manage diabetes and how to avoid complications.
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Another 84.1 million have prediabetes, a condition when left untreated often progresses to diabetes within five years. More than a third of U.S. adults have prediabetes but don’t know it. Diabetes is a disease caused by the inability of the body’s cells to absorb sugar (glucose) circulating in your bloodstream. Diabetes is caused by a decrease in the production and release of insulin by the pancreas, or by the loss of the cell’s ability to respond to insulin. Please learn how to manage diabetes and how to avoid complications.
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The Low Carbohydrate Diet and Weight Control
Being overweight is a worldwide problem affecting half the population in western and developing countries. A major contributor to this problem is the incompatibility of our inherited digestive system with social dietary changes. Meals comprised of starches are digested more quickly than the high protein meals of our prehistoric ancestors. This fact is key to understanding the cause of obesity, how to lose pounds, and how to maintain an ideal weight. Please read about how a low carbohydrate diet can help you achieve your optimal weight.
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Nutritional Weight Loss Diet
Eating healthy foods high in protein and low in sugars, carbohydrates, and fats will allow you to reach your ideal weight. Please learn about healthy food choices and follow the Nutritional Weight Loss Diet: High Fiber and Protein, Low Carbohydrate and Reduced Fat. To learn why a low carbohydrate diet is vital to dieting success read The Low Carbohydrate Diet and Weight Control.
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